Automation Technician (Prosafe) - Onshore - US

Company: Wood
Location: Carlsbad
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Overview / Responsibilities

Looking for a career opportunity? Come join Wood as an Automation Technician in Carlsbad, NM. Wood offers health benefits, 401k, vacation and more.

Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required

• Responsible for the day to day support, preventive maintenance, programming, calibration and development of automation equipment for field locations to include well sites, SWD's, compressor stations and tank batteries.
• Installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of facility and wellsite communication equipment and instruments, including working with PLC's
• Apply expertise for installation, calibration, maintenance, and repairs of instrument, communication, and electrical equipment.
• Execute planned maintenance checks and calibration and timely submits appropriate reports.
• PLC installation, troubleshooting, and programming
• Lead automation failure analysis and recommendations going forward.
• Utilize all company safe work practices when performing automation work.
  
  Skills / Qualifications
  
  
  • 5 + years of automation experience in the oil and gas industry is preferred
  • Preferred:
  • Associate degree or Trade Certificate in Instrumentation, Electronics Technology
  • 5+ years' experience in the automation field
  • Experience with communication equipment (Cell Modems, Radios, Network Switches, etc )
  • PLC programming experience
  • Experience with Allen Bradley, Automation Direct, ABB, SCADAPack, Redlion, ROC (i.e., PLC's, HMI's, drives, etc.)
  • Ability to read and understand electrical drawings (i.e., P&ID's, C&E's)
  • Able to lift more than 50 lbs. and climb ladders and stairways.
    
    Company Overview
    
    Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.
    
    Diversity Statement (EEO)
    
    We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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